Buffaloes head coach Max Adaka has made changes to his squad for the Rugby Super Series second-round match against Rhinos, set for 2:00 p.m. at Nakuru Athletics Club.
The lineup includes three players from the Catholic Monks who missed the opener against Cheetahs last weekend.
Omollo starts for Buffaloes
Samuel Omollo, a standout performer for the Monks, has been named as the starting full-back. His teammates Jeremy Odhiambo and Patrick Kluivert have been selected for the bench.
Coach Adaka has also added Hillary Odhiambo to the starting squad, partnering with Clinton Litali in the second row. The front row remains largely intact, with Edward Mwaura and Hillary Mwanjilwa as props, while Geoffrey Shitambasi has been named as captain and hooker, taking over from Gibson Perez.
The back row sees a change, with Gabriel Adero joining the starters, while Biden Hayo moves to the bench. Collins Indeche and Thomas Simiyu retain their slots as flankers.
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At scrum-half, Collins Osore replaces Dan Angwech, while Eric Cantona continues at fly-half. Kenya U20 trialist Darrell Brantana joins the midfield with Hillary Salano.
Barthes Cup winner Brian Kiptanui comes in at right wing, with Griffin Chao on the left. The bench features notable names, including Darrell Oluoch, Emmanuel Otieno, and David Williams.
Buffaloes are eager to secure their first win of the campaign after a challenging start. They face a Rhinos team that is also seeking its first victory, making this an important match for both sides.
Buffaloes squad
- Edward Mwaura
- Geoffrey Shitambasi (C)
- Hillary Mwanjilwa
- Hillary Odhiambo
- Clinton Litali
- Thomas Simiyu
- Collins Indeche
- Gabriel Adero
- Collins Osore
- Eric Cantona
- Griffin Chao
- Darrel Brantana
- Hillary Salano
- Brian Kiptanui
- Samuel Omollo
Bench 16. Jeremy Odhiambo
- Emmanuel Otieno
- Darrel Oluoch
- Andrew Wangila
- Biden Hayo
- Jacktone Omondi
- Patrick Kluivert
- David Williams
